Associated Press Top 25 poll voters hit a new, ridiculous low with this week's results
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Key Points:
- The Associated Press Top 25 poll for the 2026 college football season is criticized for showing significant bias, particularly favoring SEC teams despite their unimpressive performances and multiple losses.
- Texas is ranked No. 10 despite two poor losses, while Texas Tech is No. 13 with a better record, highlighting inconsistencies in ranking criteria influenced by conference affiliation.
- Florida and South Carolina are ranked despite multiple blowout losses and weak resumes, whereas teams like Northwestern with fewer and closer losses remain unranked, suggesting preferential treatment for SEC teams.
- Notre Dame is controversially ranked No. 4 ahead of undefeated or stronger teams like UCLA and Indiana, reflecting voter reliance on brand names rather than current performance.
- The article argues that the AP Poll's bias undermines its credibility and may unfairly influence the College Football Playoff selection committee, emphasizing the need for rankings based on merit rather than tradition or conference reputation.
